“When something comes along that hurts us, it drives us more into God and we grow more stable because He becomes our still point in the turning world.” –Tim Keller (author, pastor)
Some of you know we’ve been walking though difficult circumstances the last few months. Our hope, our rest, has been in God’s faithfulness and tender care. So thankful.
“Cast all your cares on him, because He cares for you.” –1 Peter 4:7
P.S. photo is from our kid’s home in Ojai across the valley.
The Thankful Heart 
You have been on my heart and in my prayers…hope this season passes soon and all is going well with the process…💗🙏💗
Thank you dear Debi– thanks for listening to my long involved story the other day… And I’m wondering how close the fire got to you all– did you have a lot of smoke & ash?? take care friend. xox
the fires were not too close but if it had jumped the freeway it would have been awful for us…now today with this new one…and Dennis sister is surrounded by the ones in the Napa Valley…so much heartache in the world. praying for you, Rhonda!!
Been watching the news Debi. So scary. Has Dennis’ sister been able to return home?? Ae they OK? Pray all is well. xox
Praying for you Rhonda, I hope that things are ok🙏🙏
You are so dear Suzanne. thank you. It’s a legal thing that’s going to take a long time ahead… thankful for your concern… xo
Sorry to hear that, I wish you all the best❤ xo
Thank you Ursula for your encouragement. xo
I praying that everything will be ok, Rhonda! Take care always, and sending you big hugs from Cambodge.🙏🙏🙏😘😘😘
thank you Lilly so much. It means a lot.
I am continuing to pray for you and your family. Blessings to you all, Rhonda. With Love, Mary
Mary–thank you, thank you. This is a legal issue and my take a long time to get through. We are waiting on God and asking his help week by week… You are so dear. xo
Legal issues are tricky! Day by day and trust in Him to sort it out. Thank you for being so kind…I”m so happy I found your blog! Hugs, Rhonda. ❤
I’d say the same Mary– always look forward to see what you are writing and thinking. Hope you are enjoying the weekend! Do yo have plans?? We had friends in for dinner last night, but are pretty lazy today! xox
Hi Rhonda, I have a four day weekend so I’m pretty happy. Yesterday I helped Tom clean up portions of our yard and brought scap metal and such to the salvage yard and read. This morning I lit my candles and ready my mystery book by Tana French, a good writer. It was peaceful and just what I needed. Then this afternoon I threw together a pumpkin pie for tonight. I do hope you are enjoying your weekend and we all need those lazy days so indulge! Hugs to you.
Hey Mary– sounds like a pretty satisfying day– especially curling up with a Tana French book in the middle of the afternoon! And pumpkin pie!! your lucky family! Larry and I spent the morning today cleaning up & trimming in the yard. We’re having a big post wedding party for our Laurel & John this Saturday– for people who couldn’t make ti to Wisconsin for the wedding. So we’re trying to tidy things up around here– hugs hugs Mary!
Our family will keep yours in our prayers.
So dear Lacey. thanks– it’s a complicated legal thing that is likely to last a while. We’re asking God for help week by week and I’m learning so much about who He is for us. (and writing it all down in a notebook so I can remember the good in all of this). You are the best blog-friend Lacey. thanks. xo
Ugh drawn out issues are so hard or are for me. I like to get things taken care of resolved and move on. Keep counting your blessings and I’ll keep praying.
Thanks friend. xo
Dear Friend – isn’t He such a good Friend. No better one to walk through life’s journeys with.
My hugs and prayers are with you. Speedy process and miracles and surprises of all sizes.
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Love this Cate– it means so much from you… xox
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I don’t pray but you are in my thoughts so a big virtual bug! Kisses too!
You’re so dear. Thanks Sophie. xo
I meant hug!
Such a beautiful location they live in! I’m wishing you the very best, Rhonda and hoping your problem will soon be resolved.
Thanks dear Marcia– I’m afraid it’s going to take longer than we wish. But we’re doing OK, and knowing God’s help and encouragement. Thanks blog-friend! xox